Answer and Explanation 3

3.  The correct answer is D.  Decadron or parenteral glucocorticoids are one of the mainstays of severe acute asthma attacks, It will help potentiate beta agonists and help reduce airway inflammation.  Giving singulair the leukotriene inhibitor will not be beneficial.  It is a maintenance medication.  The long acting beta agonist, would not be beneficial in an acute attack.  it take about 30 minute to even begin working let alone peak.  It to should be thought of as a maintenance medication.  Fluticsone or inhaled glucocorticoids she be thought of as a maintenance medication.